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Moundhouse announces summer free‑admission Saturdays backed by local donations

Moundhouse Advisory Board (CELCAB) · June 25, 2026
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Summary

The Moundhouse will offer free admission on the last Saturday of June, July and August thanks to a $2,900 donation for the program; additional donations of $500 and $6,750 were announced to support operations and educational programming.

Staff reported that admission to the Moundhouse will be free on the last Saturday of each month during the summer, funded by a targeted donation intended to increase accessibility. The free‑admission dates announced were June 27, July 25 and Aug. 29.

At the meeting staff said the summer free‑admission program is funded by a donation of $2,900. Additional support announced included a $500 donation from the Fort Myers Beach Alliance Foundation and a $6,750 contribution from the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation to support museum programs and education.

The board noted the importance of these sponsorships to increase access to local history, archaeology and environmental education and encouraged staff to continue cultivating partnerships and participating in countywide visitor promotion programs.